The Best Time of Year To Visit Phi Phi Don in Thailand: Other Facts From Our Historical Climate Data
The Best Time of Year To Visit Phi Phi Don in Thailand: Other Facts From Our Historical Climate Data
Climate[edit]
Weather in the region is tropical - there are only two seasons: the hot season from late January
to April, and the rainy season from May to December. Temperatures during the year average
25ºC to 32ºC (77ºF to 89.6ºF) and the yearly rainfall averages 2569 mm. Unlike in say, Europe,
the rain in this region comes down heavily over short periods.
History[edit]
From archaeological discoveries, it is believed that the area was one of the oldest communities in
Thailand dating back to the prehistoric period. It is believed that this province may have taken its
name after the meaning of Krabi, which means sword. This may have stemmed from a legend
that an ancient sword was unearthed prior to the city’s founding.
The name Phi Phi (pronounced ‘pee pee’) originates from Malay, the original name for the
islands was "Pulao Pi ah Pi". The name refers to the mangrove wood found there.
Geography[edit]
Ko Phi Phi is considered to be one of the most naturally beautiful islands in the world (in fact,
there are six islands in Phi Phi). They lie 50 km southeast of Phuket and are part of Had
Nopparattara-Ko Phi Phi National Park which is home to an abundance of corals and amazing
marine life. There are limestone mountains with cliffs, caves and long white sandy beaches. The
national park covers a total area of 242,437 rai.
Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh are the largest and most well-known islands.
There are two villages on Ko Phi Phi under the administration of the Ao Nang Sub-district, Muang
District, Krabi Province.
Ko Phi Phi comprises 6 islands, 2 of them main – Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Le. The islands are
surrounded by the Andaman Sea.